Nature Centers and Preserves Around Rochester
The various nature centers, preserves, and management areas all work to protect and maintain natural spaces for the benefit of all.
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Webster Arboretum at Kent Park
Covering 32 acres, the arboretum boasts a pond, winding paths, various trees and shrubs, and formal gardens with over 200 daylily cultivars.
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Our 5 Favorite Christmas Light Displays: 2025 Edition
Enjoy our favorite extreme Christmas lights and festive drive-through holiday light experiences around Rochester for the 2025 season!
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Greece Canal Park
Greece Canal Park encompasses 577 acres, with 4 easy walking trails varying in length under 1.5 miles over level or gently rolling terrain.
Cornell Botanic Gardens
Cornell Botanic Gardens’ 4,000 acres offer free admission and provide a chance to discover new plants and learn about conservation efforts.
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Erie Canal Lock 62
Old Erie Canal Lock 62 is tucked just far enough off the beaten path that many do not realize it’s just over the hill behind Pittsford Plaza.
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Cobbs Hill + Washington Grove
The peaceful view from Cobbs Hill, along with the friendly people walking and taking it all in, make it a unique Rochester experience.
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22 Monroe County Parks
Monroe County parks are free and offer 12,000 acres of natural, zoological, horticultural, historical, and geological experiences.
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MacKay Wildlife Preserve
Visitors to MacKay Wildlife Preserve will find a sea of round moss-covered boulders, a collection of hardwoods, and unusual land formations.
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Cascadilla Gorge in Ithaca
Cascadilla Creek descends 400 feet, producing eight waterfalls. Some are beautiful cascades, while others are over 80 feet in height.
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6 Self-Guided Tours of Rochester
If you are a fan of history and architecture, you will enjoy these self-guided Landmark Society tours of center city Rochester.
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Oatka Creek Park
Pathways lead through Oatka Creek Park’s woodlands and wildflower meadows, offering a peaceful and picturesque experience.
Tinker Nature Park
Tinker Nature Park comprises 68 acres along the Pittsford-Henrietta town border, with trails and boardwalks for all abilities.
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Little Rock City in Rock City State Forest
It is free to explore Little Rock City. You could spend 20 minutes or two hours wandering through the boulders, some as large as houses.
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Rochester’s Hidden Sidewalk
To find Rochester’s hidden sidewalk, start at Ontario Beach Park and head west on Beach Ave. The two entrances are across from Clematis and Cloverdale Streets.
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